Advanced Learning Plan (ALP)

Definition

A written record of a gifted student's strengths, academic and affective learning goals and the resulting programming utilized with each gifted child and considered in educational planning and decision making. 12.01(2)

Description

The Advanced Learning Plan (ALP) is a legal document [22-20-R-12.00, C.R.S.] outlining programming for identified gifted students and is used as a guide for educational planning and decision-making. The Exceptional Children’s Educational Act (ECEA) states that there will be ALP content and procedures set in Rule for statewide implementation; and that goals in the ALP are standards-based. Sections 12.02(2)(f) – 12.02(2)(g)(vi) of the Rules clarify ALP content, procedures and responsibilities. For high school students, the ALP may be blended with an Individual Career and Academic Plan (ICAP) if all contents of the ALP are inclusive in the ICAP, including achievement and affective goals.

Key Indicators for Implementation

ALP is developed for every gifted student according to the student’s strength area(s), interests, and instructional and affective needs

ALP is considered in planning for post-secondary readiness

If ALP is blended into ICAP, gifted achievement and affective goals are included

ALP articulates a transition process when students move to next schooling level